Power Backup

How to Choose the Right UPS for Your Desktop PC

India's unstable power grid makes a desktop UPS essential — voltage swings, micro-cuts, and full outages can corrupt data or damage components without warning. For a basic PC with monitor and router (150-300W draw), a 600-650VA UPS is sufficient and gives 15-20 minutes of backup. Gaming rigs with mid-range GPUs need 1000-1500VA, while high-end setups with RTX 50-series cards and 750-850W PSUs require 2000-2200VA. The most important feature for Indian conditions is AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) — look for the widest input range (140-300V is best) to correct voltage without draining the battery. Battery degradation is the #1 long-term complaint across all brands, so prefer units that use standard 12V/7Ah batteries for easy replacement. Key brands include APC (Schneider Electric) and Microtek for service network reach, and Artis, CyberPower, and Geonix for value. Always test the UPS on arrival and register the warranty promptly.